Description
Sheridan College is one of Canada's leading
postsecondary institutions dedicated to the provision of outstanding academic
programs and the support of student and graduate success. We deliver an
exceptional educational experience in an environment renowned for innovation
and creativity. Program options range from one-year certificates to four-year
degrees in the arts, business, community service and technology fields.
Sheridan serves 18,000 full-time and 35,000 continuing education students at
our campuses in Oakville, Brampton and Mississauga.
Sheridan employees will enjoy:
• Competitive compensation
• Generous vacation entitlement
• Excellent benefits package with Sun Life
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Employee assistance programs
• On-site fitness facilities include: weight rooms, cardio rooms, and squash
courts, as well as karate, yoga, pilates, rock climbing and other instructional
activities.
In addition, we offer professional development
opportunities to promote career development and success in the workplace,
including:
• Professional Development funding
• Reduced fees for Continuing Education courses
• Tuition Reimbursement
Sheridan welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, Aboriginal People, and persons with disabilities. To request any accommodations you may require to participate in the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms) contact accessibility@sheridancollege.ca to discuss your needs.
Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services
Sheridan is looking for an outstanding individual to join our faculty team in the Bachelor of Animation program. The four-year degree program offers students a comprehensive set of practical and critical skills, as well as knowledge in liberal arts studies. The successful candidate will be skilled at instructing students in an area of animation, with preference given to candidates with demonstrate excellence in one of the following: 3D modeling and rigging; 2D digital (Toonboom); layout. It will involve working as a team with the faculty in the animation program, and participating in course development and review.
Responsibilities
Sheridan faculty provide academic leadership to programs and courses within their areas of expertise and contribute to the creation of a learning-centred environment where students can develop to their full potential. They also contribute to College, School and program excellence by collaborating on a variety of initiatives such as new program development, applied research and alternative delivery strategies.
Professors are responsible for:
- Ensuring that program and course curricula are current, relevant and reflective of best practices within the relevant professional/program disciplines;
- Creating an effective environment for learning which accommodates students’ diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, experiences and individual learning styles;
- Designing appropriate strategies and tools for facilitating and assessing student learning;
- Developing multi-media materials and alternative delivery strategies, and incorporating appropriate educational technologies into the learning process.
Professors also ensure that students are aware of course and program learning outcomes, learning strategies and evaluation techniques; provide individual tutoring and academic counselling; and evaluate student progress/achievement within assigned courses.
Qualifications
- MA or MFA in Animation or a related discipline required;
- Experience in teaching;
- Experience working with 2D (Toonboom) and 3D (Maya) software in the animation industry;
- Experience in teaching and curriculum development at the post secondary level or equivalent experience as a trainer in industry preferred;
- Strong network of contacts with other professionals in the animation industry;
- Excellent communications and interpersonal skills;
- Committed to excellence in teaching and learning and to working within a team environment.
Appointment Details:
Employee Group: Academic
Faculty: Animation, Arts & Design
Reference #: 14/F/63
Campus: Trafalgar (May be assigned activity at any Sheridan campus)
Salary Range: $59,653 - $103,412 (based on relevant educational qualifications and experience)
Application Deadline: Open until filled